Tracking waypoints report GPS location, speed, heading, and elevation. Remotely initiated pinging and tracking allows friends and family back home to locate the inReach user's location upon demand. Delivery confirmation on all messages sent via built in LED and icon indicators to ensure maximum reliability. All messages sent from inReach include the user's GPS coordinates to let contacts know your exact location. The built-in social media function also makes it easy for users to post messages and waypoints to Facebook, Twitter, or your own shared map.

Features● Send and receive 160 character free-form text messages to and from cellular phones, email contacts, and other inReach users. View incoming messages directly on screen.● On-board color screen and a virtual keyboard allow you to send & receive text messages , operate service modes, and configure user settings without the need for a companion device● Interactive SOS. Send & receive custom text messages directly with the emergency response center to describe your situation in detail, improve emergency response, and stay in touch for mutual status updates. All from a single device.● The sending indicator appears when the inReach SE is sending or receiving messages or track points● Pair with a smartphone or tablet to access downloadable topographic maps and NOAA charts. Unlike streaming maps, downloaded DeLorme maps remain cached in the Earthmate app even when outside cellular coverage